The National Emergency Council met this afternoon and the Acting Prime Minister – Hon. Montgomery Daniel has advised that all schools in St. Vincent and the Grenadines will be closed on Thursday 27th September, 2018.
The National Emergency Management Organisation (NEMO) urges the public to be vigilant and increase preparedness.
Residents in the north of mainland St. Vincent and those living in areas prone to flooding, landslide and storm surge are asked to be alert and prepare to evacuate at short notice.
A high- surf advisory and small craft warning is in effect as of 6:00 pm today, Wednesday 26th 2018.
The National Emergency Management Organisation is also appealing to all persons to pay attention to the information from the St. Vincent and the Grenadines Meteorological Services and to ensure that they are prepared at all times.